WHEN you consider the life he’s endured so far, it’s hard to believe Alexander Walker is just seven years old.

Together with mum Michaela, the Ysgol Mair pupil has been the victim of bullying, domestic violence and suffers with a physical disability.

Yet nothing stops him. Not only is Alexander a brave young lad with determination and drive, he is a carer to his mum and auntie and has a heart as big as a house.

“He’s the best son in the world,” said Michaela, from Rhyl, who has arthritis and spinal injuries.

“We’re both victims of violence and came through it. He was bullied at his old school but is now at Ysgol Mair, and loving it. He’s caught up with his studies and is doing well, everybody says what a nice boy he is and I’m very proud of him.”

Alexander is a Visitor VIP with a difference. At his age he should be out playing football and climbing trees with his pals, but a “flappy” right kneecap – which can dislocate at any given time – almost put paid to that. It would have done for many people, but not Alexander.

“A lot of the time he’s in pain, but he’s always thinking of other people,” said Michaela. And it hasn’t stopped him playing football. He’s even been on trial with Rhyl’s Hearts United.

“He loves football, he loves animals, he does work for the charity SPAN and works hard at school. I’m so lucky to have such an amazing little boy.”

The family’s love of animals has led to them looking after three dogs, two cats, four fish and a tortoise!

“As well as caring for me, he looks after them as well,” said Michaela. “He also does the laundry, the housework and sometimes even does a bit of cooking.

“We’ve been through so much but he’s kept us both going. Everyone who meets him falls in love with him – Alexander is one in a million.”